Hillman Fasteners 461336 Deck Nail 3.5in 16D 12pk

Product Description

The HILLMAN FASTENERS 461336 is a 3.5 inch 16D galvanized spiral shank deck nail sold in a box of 12 pounds. The spiral shank design increases holding power by creating a threaded-like grip as the nail drives into the substrate, resisting withdrawal forces better than smooth-shank fasteners. The hot-dip or electro-galvanized coating provides corrosion resistance suitable for treated lumber, making this nail a practical choice for outdoor structural fastening work. Carpenters, deck builders, and general contractors reach for this size and shank style when building or repairing deck boards, ledger connections, and similar exterior wood assemblies.

This nail is sized and rated for use in residential and light commercial deck framing and decking applications. The 16D designation places it in the standard framing-nail category, appropriate for face-nailing deck boards, toe-nailing joists, and securing blocking. The spiral shank is particularly well-suited to pressure-treated lumber, where fastener withdrawal is a common concern due to lumber movement during drying. A 12-pound box quantity suits job-site use where volume is needed without the overhead of larger bulk packaging.

Key Features

• 3.5 inch length, 16D penny size — standard framing and decking dimension
• Spiral shank geometry increases withdrawal resistance compared to smooth-shank nails
• Galvanized coating provides corrosion resistance for exterior and pressure-treated lumber applications
• Sold by the pound in a box quantity of 12 pounds per package

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard exterior wood decking, framing lumber, and pressure-treated dimensional lumber where a 16D common-length nail is specified.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified carpenters or deck builders using a framing hammer or pneumatic nailer rated for 16D ring- or spiral-shank nails. Confirm nailer compatibility with spiral-shank stock before loading, as some coil and strip nailers are not rated for this shank type. Follow local building codes and deck construction standards for required fastener schedules and spacing. Always wear appropriate eye protection when driving nails.